Description

Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation operates as an investment holding entity, primarily focusing on the computer-aided design, fabrication, testing, packaging, and commercial distribution of integrated circuits (ICs). Its market reach spans North America, China, broader Asia, Hong Kong, and Eurasia. Beyond its core IC business, the company is involved in the technical research, development, manufacturing, and sale of semiconductor masks, alongside offering specialized semiconductor foundry and technology services. Its diverse activities also include the construction, management, and operation of residential living quarters. Furthermore, SMIC provides comprehensive support services encompassing design, intellectual property assistance, and photomask manufacturing, in addition to marketing-related services and private educational provisions. The corporation was established in 2000 and maintains its headquarters in Shanghai, People's Republic of China.